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<p>It is time for our annual Top 50 Prospects Regardless of Class series. We have been doing this since the early years of PHI and it allows us to combine the sophomore, junior, and senior rankings to get an overall view of the talent in the state. Remember these are PROSPECT RANKINGS not necessarily what they will do this high school season. It is a long-term look! Here are prospects #36-#40!</p>
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<p><strong>#36 [player_tooltip player_id='2531962' first='Amir' last='Tucker'] (St. Ignatius – 2028)</strong></p>
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<p>Last Year's Ranking: NR</p>
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<p>Tucker is next up at St. Ignatius as the sophomore will take over the reigns at the point this year. Wiry lead guard that has a really nice feel for the game as a distributor with crisp handles, nice pull up game, and is a sweet soft touch finisher!</p>
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<p><strong>#37 [player_tooltip player_id='2538631' first='Grant' last='Smith'] (Lyons – 2028)</strong></p>
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<p>Last Year's Ranking: NR</p>
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<p>Smith is a versatile forward who is really coming into his own. He had a strong summer with [program_tooltip program_id='2078449' first='Meanstreets' last=''] where he showcased his ability to impact on both ends. Good athlete that is a solid spot up shooter, plays above the rim in transition, rebounds, and is a solid defender.</p>
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<p><strong>#38 [player_tooltip player_id='2542413' first='Alvin' last='Robinson'] (Lincoln Park – 2028)</strong></p>
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<p>Last Year's Ranking: NR</p>
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<p>Robinson is an upside wing that has the potential to be an impact player on both ends of the floor and the next star at Lincoln Park. Smooth athlete that brings excellent play in transition as a finisher along with potential as a rebounder and defender. Just scratching the surface of his ability.</p>
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<p><strong>#39 [player_tooltip player_id='2751060' first='Brady' last='Jones'] (Metamora – 2028)</strong></p>
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<p>Last Year's Ranking: NR</p>
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<p>This Metamora sophomore forward was impactful from day one for his high school team as a freshman. Well built three man that is a physical wing. He can knock down shots spotting up at a good rate. Plays with a high-motor and is a good finisher off the dribble. Really like the toughness he brings on the glass.</p>
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<p><strong>#40 [player_tooltip player_id='2712818' first='Deven' last='Marshall'] (Rock Island – 2027)</strong></p>
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<p>Last Year's Ranking: NR</p>
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<p>Marshall continues to elevate his stock heading into his junior season. Impressed in both June with his high school team along with at the Prep Hoops EXPO in August. Combo guard that is effective playing both on and off the ball. Good athlete that is a force with his speed in transition. Acrobatic finisher at the cup. He also is a quality shooter and makes plays on the defensive end with his active hands.</p>
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It is time for our annual Top 50 Prospects Regardless of Class series. We have been doing this since the early years of PHI and it allows us to combine the sophomore, junior, and senior rankings to get an overall view of the talent in the state. Remember these are PROSPECT RANKINGS not necessarily what they will do this high school season. It is a long-term look! Here are prospects #36-#40!
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